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Pakistan's 78-Year Failure: Why Afghanistan Remains an Enemy, Not a Friend

A top Pakistani cleric has made a stunning declaration about his country's foreign policy. Fazlur Rehman says that in nearly eight decades, Pakistan has utterly failed to build friendship with Afghanistan. His criticism comes amid seriously rising tensions with the Taliban administration next door. Beyond foreign policy, Rehman also slammed the government for economic mismanagement and constitutional violations.

Key Points: Fazlur Rehman Slams Pakistan's Failed Afghanistan Policy Over 78 Years

  • Leading cleric Fazlur Rehman declares Pakistan's Afghanistan policy a complete failure
  • He urges Islamabad to review its strategy for regional peace
  • Tensions have escalated with Taliban, nearly prompting a Pakistani military operation
  • Rehman also accuses the government of ruining the economy and subverting the constitution
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In 78 years, Pakistan has not been able to make Afghanistan its friend: Pak cleric

Pakistani cleric Fazlur Rehman criticizes 78 years of failed policy with Afghanistan, urges review amid rising Taliban tensions and economic woes.

"In 78 years, Pakistan has not been able to make Afghanistan its friend. You only know war. - Fazlur Rehman"

Kabul/Islamabad, Dec 1

Leading Pakistani cleric and head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) party Fazlur Rehman has slammed the Pakistani government's policy towards Afghanistan, asserting that it has "failed" completely as tensions between the two neighbours continue to rise over the past few months.

"In 78 years, Pakistan has not been able to make Afghanistan its friend. You only know war. You cannot solve this problem," Rehman was quoted as saying by Afghan media outlet Amu TV while speaking at a gathering in Mardan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Urging Islamabad to reassess its regional strategy amid rising tensions with the Taliban administration, Rehman stated that Pakistan has been unable to build lasting trust with Afghanistan. He urged the ruling Pakistani establishment to

"review its policies" for peace in the region.

The top cleric's remarks come as tensions between Islamabad and the Taliban have intensified in recent months, with both sides trading warnings and public accusations.

"On Saturday, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said Islamabad was prepared to launch a 'clearing operation' inside Afghanistan during the height of the recent standoff, but halted the plan following urgent requests from Qatar," the report mentioned.

The Pakistani leader also accused the government led by Shehbaz Sharif of destroying the country's economy, stating that it is not the Pakistan the people had hoped for.

"Fazl said his party wanted a country where there is peace and people can breathe freely. The government must give people their rights. The JUI-F chief said the Constitution has been turned into a toy, and instead of people's aspirations, the wishes of influential individuals are being imposed," leading Pakistani daily 'The Express Tribune' reported on Monday.

"Lawmakers were bought for getting the 27th Constitutional Amendment passed; it was passed with a fake majority, he claimed. Fazl also claimed that the federal government had put the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project on hold, apparently at the behest of the West," the report added.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's interesting to see internal criticism. For decades, Pakistan's establishment used Afghanistan as a pawn against India. Now that the pawn has its own mind, they don't know what to do. Hope our policymakers are watching and learning about the perils of short-term, hostile strategies. 🤔
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Aman W
The cleric is right about one thing—78 years is a long time. You can't force friendship, especially not with the kind of interference Pakistan is known for. Their problems are of their own making. Meanwhile, we in India focus on building our own nation, not destabilizing others.
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Sarah B
As an outsider living here, the regional dynamics are complex. But the cleric's point about the economy is crucial. When a nation's resources are funneled into supporting proxies and conflict, its people suffer. Stability and trade benefit everyone. Hope for peace in the region.
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Vikram M
Frankly, this is an internal matter for Pakistan. But it does affect regional security. Their instability often spills over. India must remain vigilant and continue strengthening our borders and diplomacy. Our approach of development and connectivity in the region is the better path.
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Kavya N
The mention of CPEC being put on hold is significant. It shows how external pressures and internal chaos can derail even flagship projects. Contrast this with the steady progress on our infrastructure and foreign partnerships. Consistency in policy matters. 🇮🇳

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